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wilderness

UK
/ˈwɪl.də.nəs/
US
/ˈwɪl.dɚ.nəs/

Translations

wildernessnoun
wildernesses
pl
They built a cabin in the wilderness.
Они построили хижину в глуши.
дикая местность
The national park is known for its untouched wilderness.
Национальный парк известен своей нетронутой дикой местностью.
Additional translations
пустошь
необжитая местность
Synonyms
backcountry
untamed area
frontier
bush
wildland
desolation
outback
wilds
wildernessadjective
UK
/ˈwɪl.də.nəs/
US
/ˈwɪl.dɚ.nəs/
Attributive use, e.g. “wilderness medicine”, “wilderness skills”.
Synonyms
natural
uncultivated
rugged
isolated
uninhabited
desolate
remote
primitive
untamed
wild

Definitions

wildernessnoun
A wild and uninhabited area left in its natural condition.
The hikers ventured deep into the wilderness, far from any signs of civilization.
A position of disfavor, especially in a political context.
After the scandal, the politician found himself in the wilderness, with little support from his party.
A disordered or confusing mass or profusion of objects or ideas.
The documents were buried in a wilderness of paperwork.
wildernessadjective
Relating to activities, skills, or situations that take place in wild, remote, or natural areas.
She enrolled in a wilderness survival course.
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